Fencing Tips

Updated August 9, 2018 Your wooden fence plays a key role in the overall protection and beauty of your home or business. But, sometimes things can happen to it! Sometimes damage from a storm could occur or something else that causes a portion of a fence to be in disrepair, even though the rest of it is still in great condition. Rather than replacing the entire fence, you may still be able to get a…

Here is a short video of pressure washing a fence, before and after. Remember to test the fence to make sure your pressure washer won't damage the wood or paint (if it is painted)!

Updated: August 2019 Cleaning A Wooden Fence Dreaming of a clean wood fence? Then we need to talk a bit about the climate. Seasons come and seasons go. But in the Pacific Northwest, it’s sometimes hard to tell. With the exception of summer, which seems to arrive fully formed each year on July 5, the other three seasons tend to blend into each other. Rainy fall turns to rainy winter turns to rainy spring, and…

Security Gates are one of those features that are not only functional, but stylish as well.  In fact, many people install gates purely for their aesthetic looks without any real need for the "Security" part at all. Gates are often elegant in nature and can really add to a property's curb appeal.  They give visitors a sense of prominence and can make a home stand out from those around it.  This is especially true with…

We have all seen it before:  The sagging fence gate that has difficulty closing and drives us crazy.  On an old fence you may find that the gate is often the thing that starts to go first.  But what if you are not ready for a new fence and simply want to bring the life back into the gate ?  Here are some simple ways to get your gate working properly again. To begin,  you…

When it comes to building fences for athletic applications there is a different standard in durability and function than regular fences.  If you find yourself looking for a contractor to install an athletic fence here are a few things to consider. What will be the main function of the fence?  Are you going to be using it to enclose a field or will it be used as a backstop?  These are important questions because different…

Looking for a quick and easy way to improve your property's value? Look no further than a professional fence installation. When a fence is properly installed it can make a world of difference on a property and give a home an entirely new feel. Not just any type of fence can do this, however. A professional at Pacific Fence can help you choose a fence type that will match your home and increase the overall…

Vinyl fencing has become a reliable substitute for wood and chain link fence over the recent years and is continuing to grow in popularity.  Vinyl is very different than traditional fencing solutions and it is good to examine how before deciding whether or not vinyl fencing is the right product for you. Should you find yourself considering Vinyl fence be sure to do some research and ask the tough questions before making a final decision. …

Updated: August 2019 How To Stain A Fence Yourself Let’s face it: Staining a fence can definitely seem like a daunting, tedious, and unappealing task. But it doesn’t have to be! Although it can be time-consuming depending on the size, shape, age, and condition of your wooden fence, it’s also one of the most rewarding chores that we undertake as homeowners and property owners. Why? A newly stained and treated fence is beautiful to look…